Community
News –
European Commission takes Denmark to court over illegal use of ‘feta’ name
The European Commission has taken Denmark to the European Court of Justice (ECJ) for exporting white cheese labelled as ‘feta’ to non-EU countries as ‘feta’ is a Protected Designation of …
News –
Fr George Frangos, moved from corporate finance to priesthood, and now bids farewell to his parish
Parishioners of the Dormition of Our Lady, the Greek Orthodox Church of Altona and Districts, would say that Fr George Frangos was born to be a member of the clergy. …
Life –
The olive tree: a timeless symbol of the Greek world
Over 250 people turned out for the theatre production staged by Zenon Greek Language School at South Oakleigh College on Friday, 22 November. The performance was part of the 2019 …
News –
Teachers launch new 24 book series for Greek language learning in Australia
New and exciting educational material was launched at Alphington Grammar on Sunday for teaching and learning the Modern Greek language. The material, conceptualised and developed by three teachers, Ourania Papageorgiou, …
News –
Greek army invites young Greek Australians to apply
The Greek army is calling upon Greek Australians born in 2002 who are interested in, or required to, complete their military service, to submit the necessary documents. Applications should be …
News –
Lemnian community of Melbourne celebrates 80 years at San Remo
The Lemnian Community of Melbourne celebrated its 80-year presence in Australia with a celebration at San Remo in Carlton. Eight decades are not to be scoffed at. What better way …
News –
Greek community in shock over Maria Barbayannis’ death following tragic accident
Melbourne’s Greek community is in mourning following the shocking news of well-known lawyer, Maria Babaryannis’ death. Ms Barbayannis was a highly successful lawyer who was held in high esteem by …
News –
AGM reveals PRONIA’s profound impact on the community
PRONIA hosted its 47th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday, where the organisation’s annual report for 2018-19 was presented. It was revealed that the community service provider has significantly progressed …
News –
Explainer: Understanding the schism that led to the Autocephalous churches of Australia
The Greek Orthodox Community of South Australia Inc (GOCSA) is not recognised by any mainstream Orthodox Church. The group is at present affiliated with the Autocephalous Greek Orthodox Church of …
News –
Fronditha Care’s new CEO Michael Malakonas, new blood at Greek Australian aged care provider
It was apt that Mr Michael Malakonas, Fronditha Care’s new CEO, chose the organisation’s new facilities at Mulgrave to meet with community members. Amid the faint smell of fresh paint, …